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Forcepoint CASB vs Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) comparison

 

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Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Forcepoint CASB
Ranking in Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB)
18th
Average Rating
7.2
Reviews Sentiment
5.6
Number of Reviews
10
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)
Ranking in Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB)
9th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
13
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) category, the mindshare of Forcepoint CASB is 1.6%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is 2.0%, up from 0.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)2.0%
Forcepoint CASB1.6%
Other96.4%
Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB)
 

Featured Reviews

AlexOgbalu - PeerSpot reviewer
Director at LiveFromSpace Limited
Improving support responsiveness has remained critical while access monitoring and compliance needs have been fully addressed
We have the enterprise licenses for the scanning of the codes, both at runtime and in development, and we also have access to Veracode's e-learning platform as well as a bundle from Veracode.All that has been mentioned is the main benefits Forcepoint CASB provides to us, and it helps us to meet compliance requirements that are necessary in our industry. It's important for enterprises considering Forcepoint to work with very good system integrators and value-added resellers because a lot of things needed go beyond just getting the licenses. You need someone skilled to do all those configurations, write all the rules, and make sure you achieve a very stable environment. I am giving this review an overall rating of eight.
BasilJiji - PeerSpot reviewer
System engineer at a retailer with 10,001+ employees
Zero trust access has secured hybrid work and now provides seamless app connectivity
Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) has significantly reduced our attack surface by making our internal apps invisible to the internet. It effectively eliminates lateral movement as users are only connected to the specific application they are authorized to use rather than the entire network segment. Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is highly stable. The architecture uses a global mesh of service edges with built-in fault tolerance and redundancy, providing an always-on experience that is far more reliable than our old hardware-based VPN concentrator. Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is elastically scalable because it is a software-defined perimeter and not an appliance-based solution. I can instantly scale to support thousands of additional users without needing to upgrade any physical hardware.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The tool's most valuable feature is its management ease."
"Macro integration is a good feature."
"I like that the layout and configuration are easy compared to other solutions on the market."
"The most valuable aspect for us is the fact that the product seamlessly integrates with the Forcepoint DLP."
"The product offers several advantageous features including real-time control and monitoring capabilities, helping identify and manage various activities including shadow IT activities."
"Generally, most of our customers are happy with it though."
"Most of the features are valuable, primarily for the firewalls, the proxy, and Forcepoint CASB products."
"The visibility around the usage of cloud applications within my tenant is the most valuable aspect of the solution, as the administrator gets visibility and control of these applications for users whether on-premise or not and whether using pocket devices or their IOD."
"It provides security and has a great service user experience."
"Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is the most mature compared to other vendors in terms of features and stability."
"Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is more secure than these particular VPN solutions."
"Zscaler Private Access helps by resolving network choke issues, allowing application access from public networks without needing to integrate with internal networks."
"Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is much more secure than VPN because users are only allowed to access specific applications rather than the whole network."
"Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is a mature, enterprise-grade Zero Trust solution that delivers security and operational benefits."
"Zscaler ZPA is easy to administer and is organized in a straightforward and logical manner."
"Overall, I would rate it a nine out of ten."
 

Cons

"It could be more robust, especially around custom applications."
"Forcepoint removed the ability to scan for unsanctioned applications on the CASB."
"There are various modules to secure a public cloud, such as Cloud Security Posture Management. You might have seen these features available if you've reviewed solutions like Zscaler or Netskope. A full-fledged CASB should be manageable. However, the tool does not seem to offer complete public cloud visibility. While it provides some cloud visibility and can manage API traffic for Web 2.0, it lacks a specific module for securing public cloud environments."
"If I was to sell a CASB product brand new to somebody, I would sell them Netskope. I wouldn't sell them Forcepoint."
"Forcepoint CASB is mature and performing its function, but it is not easy to manage and not as fully-featured as competitors."
"The deployment and initial setup can be quite difficult to install."
"Integration is an area of the solution that needs to be improved."
"Forcepoint technical support in general could improve in this area."
"There are some bugs in the solution."
"Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) could be improved by making troubleshooting for specific mobile devices such as iPhones more intuitive, as identifying the root cause for mobile connectivity issues can sometimes be complex."
"The solution is not scalable; we deploy it in a high-availability environment, but it's not automated."
"The rollout process could be much easier, and the configuration of identity providers like Azure is more complicated than with other zero trust network providers. This can be a pain point."
"The lack of control over the 700+ external IPs through which traffic exits Zscaler is problematic."
"Sometimes connection errors occur when users are unable to connect to the particular cloud."
"Customer service and support are rated seven or eight out of ten, needing improvement in quality and response time."
"There are some bugs in the solution, which they are clearly working on, and they are still not resolving them. So it's taking some time."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing really depends on the size of the customer's business because it is price-relevant to the environment."
"The solution is not that expensive compared to Zscaler. Netskope is between Forcepoint CASB and Zscaler in terms of cost. Forcepoint CASB would be the first choice because it negotiates well and offers a perpetual license, though it may seem subscription-based. I rate its pricing a six out of ten."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
10%
Construction Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Outsourcing Company
9%
Outsourcing Company
13%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Insurance Company
10%
Comms Service Provider
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business6
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise3
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business2
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise7
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Forcepoint CASB?
I would put the pricing of Forcepoint CASB at a five, closer to a four. I don't think it's very expensive, but it's also not very cheap.
What needs improvement with Forcepoint CASB?
From a functionality perspective, I don't have any recommendations, but in terms of support, the speed of support is something that can be managed better. This is not exactly for Forcepoint CASB, b...
What is your primary use case for Forcepoint CASB?
Forcepoint CASB ensures that access to cloud applications is properly vetted and monitored. We have a lot of remote and field workers, and many staff members are not required to come into the offic...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)?
Regarding pricing, setup costs, and licensing for Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), while it is not the cheapest solution, when you factor in the reduced VPN infrastructure, hardware maintenance, and o...
What needs improvement with Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)?
After deploying Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), I notice a reduction in VPN-related support tickets, particularly during peak hours, and audits become smoother because access is clearly defined per a...
What is your primary use case for Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)?
My primary use case for Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is securing application-level access to internal applications without exposing the network to the public network. Previously, VPN gave users bro...
 

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Sample Customers

Zions Bank, GE Healthcare, HomeAway, Logitech, Universal, California National Resources Agency and many mor
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